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Al Dardari also added: “This academy not only develops skills but also enhances the competitiveness and strength of the workforce and economies in Arab
countries.”
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said: “The strong response to the academy reflects the Arab world’s growing commitment to acquiring
digital and professional skills as well as lifelong learning. It also underscores learners’ passion and interests to build a more prosperous and sustainable
future for their countries, foster sustainable development and advance a competitive, knowledge-based economy.”
H.E. added: “At MBRF, we believe that cultivating talent is the cornerstone of both intellectual and socio-economic progress. Through this initiative, we seek
to empower 10?million Arabs by 2030, inspired by our wise leadership’s vision to prioritize human development and knowledge advancement. In
collaboration with our strategic partners, we reaffirm our commitment to empower as many young talents across the Arab world as possible, equipping them
to compete and lead in the knowledge economy and sustainable development across all sectors.”
Kais Zribi, Coursera's General Manager for the Middle East and Africa, said: “As industries transform rapidly under the influence of technology, access to
high-quality, market-aligned education is more essential than ever. The Future Skills Academy opens doors for thousands of Arab learners to gain practical,
in-demand skills, supporting personal and professional growth as well as regional economic development. We are proud to partner with UNDP and MBRF on
this impactful mission.”
The academy builds on the earlier FutureSkills4All program, which enabled 10,000 learners to complete 15,000 training programs, totaling 114,000 hours of
learning. With this new phase, MBRF and UNDP aim to deepen their impact and foster knowledge sustainability across the Arab world.
The Future Skills Academy offers flexible digital learning through an advanced electronic library featuring content and programs from leading global
universities and institutions. Looking ahead, the academy plans to expand its strategic partnerships, further enhance content quality and broaden access for
diverse communities.
For more information about the Future Skills Academy and to register for upcoming cohorts, please visit the website: https://knowledge4all.org
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